Native to South Africa, dwarf jade plants, also known as Portulacaria afra, have become a popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts in recent years, not least because the species is said to bring luck and ...

Because jade trees are succulents, they need very little attention, but have an unusual and appealing look and feel. They grow upright and their small, plump green leaves grow along the stem.

Succulents combine the extreme ease of fake plants with the beauty and natural appeal of an actually potted plant. And whether it’s for your desk at work, increasing the green in your home, or ...

Mindful pruning, ancient wisdom and therapeutic gardening converge as millennials embrace the centuries-old art of bonsai ...

“The Little Book of Bonsai: An Easy Guide to Caring for Your Bonsai Tree” by Jonas Dupuich ($14.99, Ten Speed Press): The book is small in size, but it is packed with fascinating and practical ...

Succulent plants have evolved to store moisture in their leaves, ... Santa Cruz Orchid Society and Santa Cruz Bonsai Kai, combined show and sale, May 3 and 4, Capitola Mall, Capitola.

Inside, you’ll find succulents, bonsai, house plants and pottery. “We are here to help and we even deliver,” Allen said. There is no shortage of selection at Tillage.

Local bonsai guru Robert Cho demonstrates how to create complete miniature landscapes with multiple plants, rocks and other elements. Cost: Free. Address: 18528 Aurora Avenue N., Shoreline.